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The Great War: 1914-1918

A glimpse into the experiences of active-duty soldiers, told through their unfiltered and genuine stories.

Episodes:

Episode 1 Explosion

1. Explosion

Aired: Nov 10, 1996

Tensions in Europe come to a head as Germany's military ambitions and Kaiser ...

Episode 2 Stalemate

2. Stalemate

Aired: Nov 17, 1996

The rapid advancement of weaponry in World War One led to a miscalculation of...

Episode 3 What if... Total War

3. What if... Total War

Aired: Nov 24, 1996

The next episode uncovers the untold stories of World War One, focusing on th...

Episode 4 Slaughter

4. Slaughter

Aired: Dec 1, 1996

Rare newsreel footage brings to life the brutal battles of World War One, cap...

Episode 5 Mutiny

5. Mutiny

Aired: Dec 8, 1996

Europe descended into despair in 1917 as World War One continued to rage, wit...

Episode 6 Collapse

6. Collapse

Aired: Dec 15, 1996

The next episode delves into the final stages of World War One in 1918, explo...

Episode 7 Legacy

7. Legacy

Aired: Dec 22, 1996

The next episode delves into the ongoing blockade of Germany as the Allies fi...

Episode 8 War Without End

8. War Without End

Aired: Dec 29, 1996

The next episode delves into the lasting impact of the war, exploring its far...

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Info about The Great War: 1914-1918

Network: PBS

Production Countries: United Kingdom, United States

Genres:Documentary, History, Biography